Toe nail darkening

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Toe nail darkening

Asked for Male, 33 Years

My toe nails are turning dark and cracking. The big toe nail is getting thicker as well. There is no pain but it is starting to bother me. Can any treatment be done at home with over the counter medicines

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Dr. Sonia Mangal Dermatologist 11 yrs exp Delhi Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sonia Mangal

Dermatologist 11 yrs exp Delhi

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The darkening of the nails can be due to a number of reasons which require examination and if needed evaluation as well. The thickening of the nails could be due to ill fitting footwear , fungal infections etc.

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It would be advisable to visit your dermatologist

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